Jessica Shepherd
WAYNESBORO,VA
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate others. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and engagement skills. Demonstrated exceptional relationship-building skills, leading to significant improvements in spiritual, academic and physical well-being.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Waynesboro Public Schools
01.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Fitness Instructor
Phoenix Fitness And Yoga
10.2019 - Current
- Teach a variety of fitness classes, including HIIT, Barre, Yoga, Pound, and Zumba.
- Educated gym members on proper form and technique during workouts, reducing the risk of injury while maximizing results.
- Helped clients reach fitness objectives by providing encouragement and motivation.
- Promoted a positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Created an inclusive environment for all participants by modifying exercises to accommodate varying skill levels and physical limitations.
- Designed innovative fitness plans to keep clients engaged.
- Collaborated with clients to identify potential barriers to achieving fitness goals.
- Developed goal-oriented training programs that led clients to achieve significant improvements in strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall functional ability.
- Boosted client motivation by developing personalized fitness programs tailored to individual goals and abilities.
- Remained current with fitness trends and techniques to provide latest and most impactful workouts for clients.
Life Coach
Self
02.2019 - Current
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trusting and supportive coaching relationships.
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Utilized active listening skills to identify underlying client needs and develop targeted strategies accordingly.
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Provided ongoing support to clients as they navigated life transitions or challenges, fostering resilience and adaptability.
- Organized and led retreats for participants to de-stress and learn resilience.
Fitness Instructor
YMCA
01.2016 - Current
- Teach a variety of fitness classes, including Zumba, Yoga, TRX, Barre, Muscle Mania, HIIT, Spin, Pound, and Cardio Sculpt.
- Educated gym members on proper form and technique during workouts, reducing the risk of injury while maximizing results.
- Helped clients reach fitness objectives by providing encouragement and motivation.
- Promoted a positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Created an inclusive environment for all participants by modifying exercises to accommodate varying skill levels and physical limitations.
Church Leader
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
07.2000 - Current
- Championed diversity within the congregation by promoting inclusive language and practices across all facets of church life.
- Fostered a culture of spiritual growth and accountability within small group settings, encouraging members to participate in scripture studies and prayer gatherings regularly.
- Organized and led youth service and activities on weekly basis.
- Organized and led children's service and activities on regular basis.
- Organized and led adult service and activities regularly.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies to address interpersonal issues within the church community.
- Established strong partnerships with local organizations, creating opportunities for joint community service projects.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, funerals, and holiday celebrations with diligence and attention to detail.
- Created an environment where youth could explore their faith by establishing and leading a vibrant youth ministry program.
- Increased weekly attendance through engaging with members and fellowshipping.
- Collaborated with ministry leaders to evaluate and improve programming.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2002
Skills
- Management
- Personable and confident
- Problem solving
- Calm under chaos
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior Management
- Organizational abilities
- Group and individual instruction
- Creativity in Teaching
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Modeling
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Waynesboro Public Schools
01.2022 - Current
Fitness Instructor
Phoenix Fitness And Yoga
10.2019 - Current
Life Coach
Self
02.2019 - Current
Fitness Instructor
YMCA
01.2016 - Current
Church Leader
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
07.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
Arizona State University
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